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Mariinsky Ballet and Orchestra; La Bayadère

La Bayadère’s story of love and betrayal, complete with a spectral voyage to the afterlife, radiates with colorful characters, opulent sets, and vibrant costumes, performed with the refinement, poise, and flawless technique that defines this iconic 150-year-old cultural institution. Marius Petipa created La Bayadère for the Mariinsky Ballet more than 140 years ago, and the Romantic work—with a score by Ludwig Minkus performed by the company’s grand orchestra—continues to be one of its most beloved showpieces well into the 21st century.